Effects of microplastics’ physical and chemical properties on aquatic organisms: State-of-the-art and future research trends

TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 166, P. 117192 - 117192

Published: July 11, 2023

Language: Английский

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Current knowledge on the presence, biodegradation, and toxicity of discarded face masks in the environment

Journal of environmental chemical engineering, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 11(2), P. 109308 - 109308

Published: Jan. 11, 2023

During the first year of COVID-19 pandemic, facemasks became mandatory, with a great preference for disposable ones. However, benefits face masks health safety are counteracted by environmental burden related to their improper disposal. An unprecedented influx entering environment has been reported in last two years along implications natural environments terms biodegradability, released contaminants and ecotoxicological effects. This critical review addresses several aspects current literature regarding (bio)degradation (eco)toxicity contaminants, identifying uncertainties research needs that should be addressed future studies. While it is indisputable mask contamination contributes already alarming plastic pollution, we still far from determining its real contribution issue. The paucity studies on biodegradation ecotoxicity uncontrolled variables involved during experimental procedures, compromising eventual comparison conventional debris. Studies abundance composition mask-released (microplastics/fibres/ chemical compounds) under pre- post-pandemic conditions should, therefore, encouraged, tests considering environmentally relevant settings. To achieve this, methodological strategies developed overcome technical difficulties quantify characterise smallest MPs fibres, adsorbents, leachates increase relevancy conditions.

Language: Английский

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The face mask: A tale from protection to pollution and demanding sustainable solution

Emerging contaminants, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 10(2), P. 100298 - 100298

Published: Dec. 8, 2023

The usage of face masks in various sectors healthcare facilities dates back to years ago. However, the utilization facial coverings experienced a rapid surge as result escalating rate COVID-19 infections witnessed across entire globe. This culminated an unparalleled inundation disposed within surrounding ecosystem. transforms mask from potent protectant into massive emerging solid plastic waste pollutant with long-term adverse effects on environment and human health. worldwide scale escalated immensely significant 129 billion per month at onset pandemic. Nanomaterial-based technologies have been integrated manufacturing chains increase performance provide antiviral characteristics. Nanotechnology encompasses multidisciplinary aspects including artificial intelligence, chemistry, biology, material science, physical medicine. Abridgment this review aims make discarded sustainable solution many environmental pollution. In addition, it culminates collaborative well-conducted trials, done for generating greener solutions intention that environment-friendly manner. Given preceding, purpose is discuss evolution sentinel pathogens pollutants over time, well comprehend effect biosphere, health, food chain, by developing scientifically validated strategies treat future.

Language: Английский

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Microplastics release from face masks: Characteristics, influential factors, and potential risks

The Science of The Total Environment, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 921, P. 171090 - 171090

Published: Feb. 20, 2024

Language: Английский

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An ecotoxicological perspective of microplastics released by face masks

Journal of Hazardous Materials, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 443, P. 130273 - 130273

Published: Oct. 27, 2022

Language: Английский

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A review of disposable facemasks during the COVID-19 pandemic: A focus on microplastics release

Chemosphere, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 312, P. 137178 - 137178

Published: Nov. 8, 2022

Language: Английский

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Evaluation of the leaching of microplastics from discarded medical masks in aquatic environments: a case study of Mashhad city

Applied Water Science, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 13(12)

Published: Nov. 7, 2023

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant increase in the global use of face masks, with reports indicating that approximately 129 billion people worldwide them every month. Many masks contain MPs, which can pose environmental and health risks. aim this study is assess properties MPs are released from ten different mask brands. were selected weighed, immersed deionized distilled water, stirred, into water collected using cellulose ester membrane. then analyzed an optical microscope observe their shape color. results showed rates N95 surgical 3D 54, 23, 23%, respectively. had highest percentage due its heavy weight. observed shapes terms abundance percentage, filamentous > spherical irregular fragmented. Furthermore, majority found be transparent or black This offers valuable insights mechanisms behind release disposable shedding light on critical issue microplastic pollution resulting waste.

Language: Английский

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Unmasking effects of masks: Microplastics released from disposable surgical face masks induce toxic effects in microalgae Scenedesmus obliquus and Chlorella sp.

Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part C Toxicology & Pharmacology, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 267, P. 109587 - 109587

Published: Feb. 27, 2023

Language: Английский

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Biodegradation of polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, and polylactic acid microplastics in Tenebrio molitor larvae: Physiological responses

Journal of Environmental Management, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 345, P. 118818 - 118818

Published: Aug. 24, 2023

Language: Английский

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Uptake and toxicity of micro-/nanoplastics derived from naturally weathered disposable face masks in developing zebrafish: Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on aquatic life

Environmental Pollution, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 343, P. 123129 - 123129

Published: Dec. 11, 2023

Language: Английский

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